Purification Associate Scientist - HPLC

Job Responsibilities

• Independently perform mobile phase preparation, column installation, and follow SOP for standard weekly verification of Waters HPLC and tandem Mass Spec systems for walk-up use.
• Perform robust analytical methods (e.g. HPLC purity, potency) following established SOP protocols.
• Perform purification using Cytiva Akta systems (Unicorn software) for material generation following written SOP procedures - on the job training is available (background knowledge is preferred).
• Perform laboratory activities with a strong emphasis on safety and technical rigor, while adhering to local policies and procedures.
• Support method development under the guidance of an experienced analytical scientist.
• Support the set-up and operation of a high-throughput liquid handler (Tecan Fluent) to screen reaction conditions and high-throughput chromatographic process development.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field with 1-2 years of relevant industry experience. M.S. in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related field with 0-1 years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience with HPLC and LCMS systems.
• Familiarity with Akta (purification, FPLC) systems.
• Demonstrated hands-on laboratory experience including pipetting, liquid handling, sample preparation, and safe handling of biological and chemical materials.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational, time management, and documentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present technical information and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to interpret experimental data and troubleshoot technical challenges.
• Ability to learn new techniques quickly, manage multiple priorities, follow established SOPs, and operate effectively in a fast-paced research environment.
• Willingness to learn, self-motivated, inquisitive, and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to represent the technical aspects of your work, including thoughtfulness of notetaking, documenting experiments, and creating slides to communicate results.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining analytical instrumentation.
• Familiarity with analytical method characterization and the associated performance attributes (e.g. linearity, precision, LOD/LOQ).